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18 September 1852

Napier, John E., fl. 1852

Autograph letter signed

Title: [Bill of sale for a female slave named America and her child]

Napier sells America, a nineteen year old slave, and her six week old child to James Chambers for $675. Attests that the slaves are "sound and slaves for life..."

GLC06261.02

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